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Alex Albon has signed a 2027 extension with Williams, securing his spot at the Grove‑based Formula 1 team for a sixth season. Albon Extends at Williams The 30‑year‑old Thai‑British driver, who joined the squad ahead of the 2022 campaign, now pledges his immediate future to a program that has seen a marked shift from its former state. […]

The FIA’s United Against Online Abuse pledge has forced Formula 1’s high‑profile figures, like Alpine’s Franco Colapinto, into a public struggle with online abuse in Formula 1. FIA pushes back against online abuse In a tier‑by‑tier fight, the FIA announced a global day of action on 7 July and deployed AI filters across its own platforms to flag hateful […]

Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner insists he has no relationship with owner Gene Haas after leaving the team at season’s end. Team split details Steiner’s contract was not renewed in late 2023; the role has been held by Ayao Komatsu since then. The departure followed a period of limited interaction between Steiner and Haas, according to a […]

Ferrari unveiled the Macarena wing—a 180‑degree rotating rear wing—during winter testing, instantly reshaping the entire opening half of the 2026 Formula 1 campaign. First to Fly Team principal Frederic Vasseur christened the concept as soon as the prototype cleared the track at Imola, and the nickname stuck. Ferrari’s first look put two rivals off‑balance; McLaren’s early telemetry […]

During the Austrian Grand Prix weekend, Audi Formula 1 driver Gabriel Bortoleto stepped into the Passenger Princess YouTube series, offering Amelia Dimoldenberg a hands‑on lesson in speed control and apex technique from the cockpit of an Audi RS 5 Avant. On‑Track Teaching When Dimoldenberg accelerated to 60 km/h, Bortoleto admitted the passenger seat felt “not very comfortable” even for a seasoned professional. […]

Christian Horner launches a UK book tour to celebrate the release of his memoir, Drive, offering rare face‑to‑face Q&A sessions for fans. Autumn tour dates announced On LinkedIn, the former Red Bull Racing team principal confirmed that, starting this autumn, he will travel across the UK to meet readers of his new book. Each appearance […]

Formula 1 has unveiled its new “Five Lights” marketing campaign, narrated by Colin Farrell, to fuel global hype ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix. Campaign Launch The 90‑second film premiered on 16 August and showcases all 22 drivers against the backdrop of UNKLE’s “Reign” featuring Ian Brown. Each collapsible countdown light marks a different driver, symbolizing the anticipation that precedes […]

Otmar Szafnauer, the former Alpine F1 team principal, disclosed a quirky tactic he used when the Netflix “Drive to Survive” crews set up microphones in the pit wall. Micro‑Wired Signals During a High Performance Racing podcast, Szafnauer explained that whenever he was “miked up,” he would tape the word “Netflix” across his forehead. That visual […]

Red Bull unveiled special‑edition race suits and helmets for Max Verstappen and teammate Isack Hadjar ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. Custom Helmets and Suits for the Finale The team released one‑off apparel designed to celebrate the circuit’s final appearance before it drops from the calendar. Both drivers introduced bespoke helmet graphics alongside matching race […]

Gabriel Bortoleto proves his worth at Audi with a composure fine-tuned in simulation and race trim In a string of consistent performances, the 21‑year‑old Brazilian shut out a top‑three finish at Spa‑Francorchamps, moving from ninth on the grid to eighth on the line while keeping his score high enough to close the gap to Nico […]